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Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel

Delicious Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel Delight

These Apple Cider Whoopie Pie Cookies with Caramel are a delightful fall treat that combines cozy flavors with a luscious filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Cookies
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Cookie scoop

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Ensure it's leveled for the perfect texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Helps cookies rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adds warm spice flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground nutmeg Pairs beautifully with apple cider.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Enhances sweet flavors.
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Softened for fluffy dough.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Adds moisture and chewiness.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients.
  • 1 cup Apple cider Star ingredient of the recipe.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Rounds out flavors.

For the Caramel Filling

  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Melted for consistency.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Key for caramel flavor.
  • ½ cup Heavy cream Adds creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances taste.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in apple cider and vanilla until smooth.
  • Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  • Using a scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheets.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden on edges and centers are set.
  • Make the caramel filling by melting butter and whisking in brown sugar and cream until thickened.
  • Spread caramel on one cookie and sandwich with another, repeating for all cookies.

Notes

Store assembled cookies at room temperature for up to 3 days. For firmer texture, refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze unassembled cookies for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Apple Cider Whoopie Pie, Caramel Cookies, cozy treats, fall desserts, Holiday Baking, homemade cookies
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